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Northwave Yachting

Chief Officer/1st Mate in Spain

First Mate

Start date : 25th February 2026

5,000 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Deck > Chief Officer/1st Mate

Vessel/Shorebased Type 36m (118ft)

Vessel Type Support Vessel

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Number of Crew 6

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Posted 23rd Feb 2026

Job ID #3906457

Summary

Position: First Mate

Vessel: 36m Support Vessel

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: MLC compliant

Leave: 4 weeks paid leave

Salary: DOE €5,000

Training Budget: Provided

About the Role

We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced First Mate to join a 36m Support Vessel with a dynamic crew.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Bosun ready to step up, or a First Mate looking to grow further within a professional programme.

The vessel operates with two tenders, and the role requires strong large tender driving experience, solid seamanship, and hands-on leadership skills.


Key Responsibilities

  • Oversight of deck operations
  • Management of deck team (6 crew onboard)
  • Large tender driving and operations (2 tenders)
  • General maintenance and deck organisation
  • Bridge support and navigational assistance
  • Assisting across departments when required

We are looking for someone who leads by example, works hard, and thrives in a collaborative environment.


Candidate Profile

  • Yachtmaster Offshore (minimum)
  • 3–4 years industry experience
  • Previous management experience (Bosun or First Mate level)
  • Strong tender driving background
  • Confident, organised and proactive
  • Fluent English
  • Australian or English nationality preferred
  • Positive attitude and team player

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • Schengen/ Visa-Free Exemption (or EU Resident)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • Drivers License
Master/Skipper Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

Location

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  • Homeport Barcelona
  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location Palma, Spain

About Northwave Yachting

Sundets Alle 32 Q 21 02450 Sundsberg Finland [ view on map ]

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